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4.24 AVERAGE
4.24 AVERAGE
This is an old favourite of mine, an equivalent to comfort food: I love to read about Betsy growing in confidence as she masters both smaller and bigger challenges.
Rereading it also made me notice how many female characters populate that book; Cousin Ann, in particular, is quite memorable.
Canfield Fisher established the Montessori method in the US and her beliefs in regards to this pedagogic approach twine through this book. In fact, this children book gives a nice first insight into the Montessori method.
Rereading it also made me notice how many female characters populate that book; Cousin Ann, in particular, is quite memorable.
Canfield Fisher established the Montessori method in the US and her beliefs in regards to this pedagogic approach twine through this book. In fact, this children book gives a nice first insight into the Montessori method.
2nd time reading it with my Y2 student. We listened on audio and all of the kids really enjoyed it. I already look forward to reading it again in two years!
Well, this was cute! I get the appeal of this book and I think it would be very enjoyable for younger kids, but it's a little too over the top for me as a teenager. Fun but ultimately unmemorable.
This won't be a favorite for me, but it was an excellent representation of early 20th century coming of age literature. Reminds me of Girl from the Limberlost in style (and messaging related to naturalism).
A very sheltered girl is abruptly moved to a farm with relatives that help her become a much stronger, capable loving child. This was a very quick fun book that actually taught some good parenting techniques and pointed out some things to avoid too. :)
This book was a favorite of mine as a child. I read it often... as the happiness found in it’s pages comforted me and sustained me. Re-visiting it was wonderful...
Absolutely loved this book. I only didn't give it a 5-star review because I feel those should be saved for mind-blowingly good books, like "To Kill a Mockingbird." "Understood Betsy" is just one of those easy-to-read classics, in the same vein as "Pollyanna," that leave you feeling warm and fuzzy. It makes me a little sniffly that they don't write children's books like this anymore.
This was a sweet story. It reminded me of Anne of Green Gables. I loved it.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
What a lovely book! Great thoughts about education and parenting. I love how Betsy’s life gets turned around and how she is able to make connections and truly learn and love well.
I will plan to read this aloud in a couple of years.
I will plan to read this aloud in a couple of years.